Eat. Sleep .Plern. Repeat
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Plern Thai Café & Restaurant kindly asks customers with food allergies or other dietary needs to notify our staff before placing an order.
We regret to inform you that we are unable to issue refunds for incorrect orders.
There will be a 1.9% surcharge for payments made by card, a 10% surcharge on weekends, and a 15% surcharge on public holidays.
Discover the Good Atmosphere of Plern
Located in the heart of Melbourne CBD, Plern invites you to experience the essence of Thai cuisine and culture. “Plern” means to immerse yourself in what you love, and here, it’s all about savoring the rich flavors of authentic Thai dishes. Whether you’re enjoying a quick café break or a full dining experience, relax, indulge, and let your senses escape into the vibrant tastes of Thailand.

Hardware Street often gets bundled with its more popular older sister Hardware Lane, just opposite. Cutting through from Lonsdale Street to Little Lonsdale, this short stretch has come into its own in recent years. Options abound for caffeine fiends and brunch devotees alike, with Hardware Société and Ten Square offering their own spin on classic breakfast dishes as well as delectable pastries. In the evening, open the heavy set doors of Mjolner, a high-end Norse-inspired restaurant and cocktail bar where you can drink ale from horns and dine on succulently grilled meats. Reference: Visit Victoria

At Plern Thai Café & Restaurant, we bring the best of Thailand to your plate with signature dishes from every corner of the country. From the bold, spicy flavors of the north to the rich, aromatic curries of the south, our menu is a celebration of authentic Thai cuisine. Each dish is crafted with fresh ingredients and traditional recipes to deliver a true taste of Thailand right here in Melbourne CBD. Indulge in the diverse and vibrant flavors that make Thai food unforgettable!

Our recommended Menu
A Taste of Thai Indulgence
Snack Platter (Pork Combination)
A combination of sour pork sausage, pork intestines, crispy pork, deep-fried pork, pork crackles, with Plern-style chilli relish and spicy dipping sauces
Prik Khing Crispy Pork
Stir-fried sweet chilli paste with crispy pork, snake bean with garlic and lime leaves
Barramundi with Plern Fish Sauce
Deep-fried butterfly barramundi with fish sauce served with seafood dipping sauce
Calamari with chilli & Lime
Steam calamari with Thai herbs in chilli and lime dressing
Plern Somtum Platter
A choice of papaya salad with pork crackles, fermented pork sausage, egg, pickle cabbage, thin noodles, bean sprout
Goong Chae
Fresh raw prawn in spicy seafood sauce, crispy shallot and sliced garlic
Crazy Crab Fried Rice
Fried rice with crab meat, egg, spring onion, garlic, and seasoning
Ma Kham Jeed Sorbet
Tamarind sorbet served with chilli salt and caramel chilli toffee
Testimonial
What They Say
EXCELLENT Based on 64 reviews Vanila7892024-10-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Yummy but a bit too intense🍽️ MR 232024-09-26Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service, nice ambience and tasty food. Will definitely be back Thanakon Kimsan2024-09-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Third time here and every distinct order slaps. It’s so hard to find a place that makes authentic thai food but Plern gets it right. Deserves the 🖐️⭐️ Heng Vlogs2024-09-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Delicious Thai boat noodle with a nice dinning vibe. Amanda Villapando2024-09-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Been here a few times since it’s opened and it never disappoints. All the dishes I’ve tried are always bursting with flavour, and they’re always generous with the portion sizes. ❤️ Will keep coming back and bringing new friends! Nick Schreuder2024-09-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The entire menu is incredible. Really blown away by the quality and atmosphere of the restaurant. Thank you so much 🙏 Estevan Hammond2024-09-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amm and Emily are amazing servers they are so friendly and answered our queries with great detail. Food was great I can’t wait until they have cocktails
Reservation
We will hold your reservation for 15 minutes after your reservation time. After 15 minutes, we will consider your reservation as a no-show.

What does the word "Plern" Mean in Thai?
"Plern is a Thai word that means... indulge in the one thing you like and forget about other things"
Meet The Team of Plern
Get to know the passionate team behind Plern, dedicated to bringing authentic Thai flavors and warm hospitality to the heart of Melbourne CBD. Our staff is here to ensure every visit is a memorable experience!
